Costa Brava Hiking and Snorkeling Adventure: Journey from Barcelona with Lunch Included
4.9
24 Ratings
Barcelona
Embark on a thrilling hiking and snorkeling adventure along the stunning Costa Brava coastline. Explore hidden coves, ancient ruins, and enjoy a delicious seaside lunch. Book now!
Duration: 9 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Platja de Castell - The winding cliff-top route is akin to a walk through history. Pass alongside the ruins of a 6th-century Iberian village, perched high on a rugged promontory, and listen to stories about the area’s past. The views are impressive, and the twists and turns of the coastal path frequently give way to jaw-dropping vistas of the Med, lashing against the rocks below.\n\nMake your way down to remote coves and sandy beaches, and enjoy several breaks to cool down with a swim or snorkel. Equipment is provided; you just need your bathing suit. After just over three hours exploring the coastline, finish your hike at Calella de Palafrugell \’97 a tiny village on a bay that’s graced by fishermen’s houses and whitewashed villas. \nHead inside one of the village’s seafront restaurants, and relax with a 3-course lunch. Finally, step back inside your minivan for the journey back to Barcelona. Your tour finishes at the start point.
What's Included
  • Local guide
  • Bottled water
  • Lunch
  • Use of snorkeling equipment
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information

Embark on an exhilarating hiking adventure in Costa Brava, traversing the stunning coastline from Platia de Castell to the quaint village of Calella de Palafrugell in a day’s journey from Barcelona. This untouched jewel of the renowned Costa Brava region hides secluded coves and rare viewpoints, best uncovered on foot. Trek at a relaxed pace under the guidance of a seasoned guide, explore ancient 6th-century Iberian ruins, and conclude your exciting day with a delightful lunch by the sea in the charming Calella de Palafrugell.

  • Please bring your swim suit, towel, sunglasses, sun screen, hat and flip-flops
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • Any special requirement should be noted by the client on “Special Requests” upon booking, in order to guarantee that it will be handled
Location
Pl. de Catalunya, 17
Plaça de Catalunya
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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H618kwdavidf
Apr 23, 2022
Great trip with our guide, Craig - My wife and I had a wonderful Costa Brava trip with our guide, Craig. We enjoyed Craig's commentary along the drive and his selection of scenic stops. The hike along the coast was easy and beautiful, I'm 72 and had no trouble with it. We had a delicious lunch and tour of Costa Brava. Would take this trip again in a heartbeat.
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Azmom2022
Apr 11, 2022
Perfect tour of Costa Brava & Medieval Girona - This was an excellent English language small group tour with Craig as our guide. He spoke perfect English. From the moment we got in the van we started asking questions about local history, economy and geography details. Craig's depth of knowledge and the way he provided the information was thorough and entertaining. The ride to Costa Brava and Girona went by quickly and we all learned so much. The sites and views you will see are once in a lifetime! With Craig's help not a moment was wasted. Lunch was local and wonderful. You will be delighted if you take this tour.
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Quest420212
Mar 14, 2022
Our favorite day in Spain - We had an amazing hike with our guide Sam! The scenery on the Costa Brava coast was breathtaking and would highly recommend going with a guide to that area. It was great to hear about the history of the region as well, and end with a fantastic lunch in Calella de Parafrugell.
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Carokw
Aug 16, 2019
Coastal hike in Costa Brava - This was a beautiful coastal hike along Costa Bravo. We stopped to swim and snorkel, and had an opportunity to jump from a rocky edge into clear turquoise waters. Be prepared for a moderately difficult hike of 3+ hours, wear appropriate shoes, wear bathing suit, hat, sunscreen, water (provided). I would not recommend for small kids, but good for older kids and teens. The drive to and from is 90 minutes, so this is an all day excursion. Our guide, Craig, was wonderful, knowledgeable, funny, and outgoing. We learned about some of the history of the region and saw some breathtaking vistas along the hike. Definitely got some awesome family photos that will make our Christmas card for sure:)
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Julianac1196
Jul 16, 2019
What a wonderful way to discover La costa brava:) - Last saturday my sister and I went to the Costa Brava. Craig was our guide and the experience was just amazing! It had the perfect combination between discovering Calella and its beaches and enjoying physical activity outdoors. We stopped to swim during the walk, we learned about the environment and we laughed a lot! thank you very much for a whole day filled with experiences that are now memories for a life time.
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Mabelle73
Jun 25, 2019
Great Day in Costa Brava - This was a wonderful tour - probably my favorite of our 2 weeks in Europe. The Costa Brava coast is breathtaking! Our guide, Dan, was great - very knowledgeable about local history and culture, professional and funny. Transportation to and from the hike was smooth and comfortable. Lunch was prearranged and delicious at a lovely spot on the beach. Our teens enjoyed this trip as well!
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Chelzx14
Jun 7, 2019
MUST DO! - Craig was a fantastic guide, he was very knowledgeable of the area and the country. He gave us a bunch of recommendations for the rest of our trip. The hike was gorgeous, so many beautiful views. We went cliff diving into the clear water! It was beautiful and so much fun. the restaurant at the end was 5 stars, authentic Spanish cuisine overlooking the beautiful fishing town of Calella. I’d do this excursion again and again! Highly recommend it ! Thank you Craig!
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Chelsea_s
Jun 5, 2019
EXCEEDED EXPECTATIONS! - Absolutely amazing! Craig was well prepared, kind, & full of stories, he was a GREAT guide! The hike was unbelievable, such amazing views. We went cliff diving - so cool, and super fun even though the water was chilly, it was well worth it. The food at the restaurant at the end was authentic Spanish cuisine & SO GOOD! Calella is a gorgeous little town, well worth the hike to get there. We have no complaints. We HIGHLY recommend this tour for anyone looking for a little adventure.
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Oliviav2098
Feb 2, 2019
Costa Brava was unforgettable! - I had so much fun exploring Costa Brava with Filippo! The hike was beautiful and the food was delicious. Filippo is so fun and energetic. My friends and I had a great time on this adventure together.
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Editorcharlie
Feb 24, 2022
You Must Have Stamina, Very Challenging Journey - This was overall a fabulous experience given the vistas and immersion with the coastal community away from the hub of metro Barcelona. But I believe the description didn’t detail the level of intensity and amount of time spent hiking. This tour is designed for experienced hikers (or very physically active people) with above average stamina. It is invigorating for those with very active lifestyles who consider themselves to have a committed, regular fitness routine. This is not for someone with a relatively sedentary lifestyle. I’m a 39 year old male and found this extremely challenging. Note that if you think there will be amble opportunities to rest, there are very few and any stopping for you to catch your breath will take away from the fast-paced experience of others in the group and will consume their time waiting for you (however they will be kind and understanding, but keep in mind that your slow pace does shift the overall experience for others). You absolutely do need hiking shoes — not lifestyle sneakers. The hiking inclines are nearly vertical and many portions of the hiking journey are very long. There are a few short stops along the picturesque beach views, but a majority of time (75% at minimum) is spent hiking to reach these areas. The tour guide was wonderful, the meal was full of generous portions and absolutely delicious. No one was left hungry. Because of the weather and fast pace, there were no other water activities other than the cliff diving plunge into the water, which doesn’t take long for those in the group who wish to participate. On a level of 1-10, the challenge of the hike over the course of many, many hours would be an 8. Had I known, I would’ve declined this tour unless there was a modified version that was not as intense. It just isn’t for me, but it might be the right activity for you. Just my thoughts.
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